Monday, May 14th

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Dear Manual Families and Friends,

There is great news from US News and World Report!  duPont Manual High School is ranked first among all public high schools in Kentucky and among the top 2-3 percent nationally!   This is a wonderful honor and indicative of the type of students, teachers and parental support we have at duPont Manual.  Please click on the following link: http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/kentucky/rankings for more information, and to see other schools and their ranking.

 

Have a great week!

 

 

 

 

 

Important Upcoming May Dates:

 

Tuesday, May 15	AP Testing (Gov/Pol)
Tuesday, May 15	Senior Awards Night at 6:30 in the Manual Auditorium
Wednesday, May 16	AP Testing (English Language & Statistics)
Thursday, May 17	AP Testing (Macro, World History, & Micro Economics)
Friday, May 18	AP Testing (Human Geography)
Friday, May 18	K-PREP testing for 10th & 11th in Homerooms
Saturday, May 19	Abbey Road on the River Preview Concert at 6:30 Manual Auditorium
Monday, May 21	Senior Trip to Holiday World
Tuesday, May 22	No School (Primary Election)
Wednesday, May 23	Senior Finals R2/R4
Thursday, May 24	Finals W1/W3 (all grade levels)
Friday, May 25	Finals R1/R3 (all grade levels)
Monday, May 28	No School
Tuesday, May 29	Finals W2/W4 (all grade levels)
Wednesday, May 30	Finals R2/R4 (underclassman)
Wednesday, May 30	Graduation Practice 8AM at Freedom Hall and Senior Picnic will be 4th Block
Thursday, May 31	Graduation 9AM at Freedom Hall (Seniors arrive at 8AM)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Special Announcements:

Congratulations Manual PTSA - The Manual PTSA was just named the largest PTSA in the state of Kentucky.  Congratulations to all PTSA members!!

 

 

PROPOSED Teacher Advising Plan - The Manual SBDM council is studying the possibility of creating a teacher advising program at Manual to ensure that students receive ongoing and focused guidance about how to prepare for post-secondary education.  A preliminary, draft proposal was shared at the May 2012 SBDM council meeting. This proposal is now posted to the SBDM page of the PTSA website for viewing by parents http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/SBDM.php.   Accompanying the proposal is a guide from the National Association for College Admission Counseling, which was a source document for the draft proposal. Parents who wish to give feedback on the proposal draft should send their comments to parent council members Tim DeLong (TIM_D...@B-F.COM), Margaret D'Silva (dsil...@gmail.com), or Patty Kannapel (pkan...@bellsouth.net).

 

 

 

ATTENTION SENIORS!! -  Graduation is right around the corner and that means it’s time to sign up for Project Graduation! You should be receiving your registration form in the mail any day now, or you can access one from the following link, http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/Misc%20files/Project_Graduation_2012_Reg.pdf, or you can pick up a registration form in the office. Return your form ASAP to the Project Graduation box located in the office and you will be entered in our Thursday drawing for a free gift card. Don’t forget that Project Graduation is May 31st, from Midnight until 5:00 am. (Sign-in begins at 10:30 pm until Midnight). This a free event for all seniors! Prizes, food, DJ, games, inflatables, you name, we have it!  Come celebrate a final farewell!! 

 

 

ATTENTION PARENTS!! - On graduation night our seniors will want to celebrate with their classmates and we as parents want them to have safe and fun night. The Manual PTSA and the
community wants to provide "The Place To Go" where a good time can be had by all, but we need your help to make it happen! We need your generous donations and your time. Please consider making a monitory donation or donate items needed for this worthwhile cause. For more information about items you can donate or for a donation form, please visit http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ProjGrad.php.  We also need your time! It takes a lot of people to help make this all-night event a success. Please consider signing up to work a shift. You can volunteer by visiting,www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0C45A4AA2AA46-volunteers/1275364. If you have any questions, please contact Sherry Barker at sbba...@insightbb.com  or Kim Wells at pkw...@bellsouth.net

 

 

 

The annual duPont Manual High School Senior Awards Night - Tuesday Evening, May 15th at 6:30 PM in the Manual High School Auditorium.  We will be recognizing outstanding members of the Class of 2012 for their accomplishments.   There will be a musical presentation from one of the YPAS Chamber Ensembles that begins playing at 6:00 pm if you would like to come early and enjoy the music.

 

 

PTSA SPIRIT WARE Sale - We will be selling the remaining spirit wear at SERIOUSLY REDUCED prices on Friday, May 18th during lunch in the freshman cafeteria! Cash, check or charge accepted. Only 3 large sweatshirts left, many medium and large t-shirts. Come and help clear out the stock so I can re-order for Fall. Did I mention SERIOUSLY REDUCED MERCHANDISE?????  For questions please contact mwis...@insightbb.com

 

Donations of salads and desserts needed for Teacher Appreciation Lunch  - This the last event for Hospitality until next year. We need donations of salads and desserts to serve at the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, May 18th.  Please let me know what you would like to donate. Let’s make this a great day for the staff as they have all worked so hard this year to educate our children. Please email Anna Kidwell at alki...@Insightbb.com or call me at 394-0405 or 608-8411.  Thank you!  

 

 

duPont Manual's Abbey Road on the River Preview Concert – Don’t miss this great concert preview, featuring the YPAS Chamber Strings.  The concert date is Saturday May 19th, from 6:00-8:30 in the Manual Courtyard.  TICKETS ($5) NOW AVAILABLE AT THE MANUAL MAIN OFFICE, MONDAY–FRIDAY, 8-4!

 

THE  5th ANNUAL SLYDER CUP GOLF SCRAMBLE -  will again benefit the duPont Manual Boys’ Golf Team & The First Tee of Louisville. The Slyder Cup will be held at Shawnee Golf Course on May 19th with a shot gun start at 1:30.  The cost is $65 per player with the proceeds benefiting Manual Boys Golf and The First Tee of Louisvillle  We will also be collecting used golf equipment for The First Tee at the event.  White Castle is again the Title sponsor and will be donating T-Shirts, coupons and crave bags.  Raffle tickets for sale beginning April 16th for a Round for 4 at Valhalla (courtesy of Bingham, Greenebaum,Doll Law Firm).  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PLAYING IN OUR EVENT OR SPONSORING OUR EVENT PLEASE CONTACT LAURIE AT lsg...@insightbb.com for more information or VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT http://www.dupontmanual.com/sports/boysgolf/

 

 

YPAS Senior Night (May 23rd in the Main Stage Auditorium at YPAS) - On this night we will recognize the collective accomplishments of the YPAS Senior Class of 2012. The program begins at 6:30 PM and will be very different from the Manual Senior Awards Night.  You will receive your YPAS Diplomas, a copy of the YPAS Class of 2012 Group Photo, along with other YPAS departmental awards.  There will be refreshments provided by the Producers and you will see a DVD Presentation entitled, "Remembering the Class of 2012." 

 

Project Graduation Fundraiser - American Made Dorm - American Made Dorm is a Louisville based company offering stylish, high quality bedding and accessories. With every purchase made by a Manual student or their parents, a percentage of the proceeds will be returned to Manual to jump-start the fundraising for Project Graduation 2013.  The quality of their product is excellent and will last all four years of college.  The products are custom made and cannot be found in retail stores.  American Made Dorm offers products in all price ranges: a $25 gift card, a $50 promotional comforter to the complete"dorm bundle," offered at $299 including free shipping. Please support Manual Project Graduation and support job creation for American workers.  Go to www.amdorm.com and enter (Manual) at check out in order to ensure what you buy goes toward Manual Project Graduation!  Thank you for your support.

 

DuPont Manual Tervis Tumblers for sale!!!  - Need a graduation gift?  Or How about a birthday present?  Or possibly Mother's Day or Father's Day which is right around the corner?  Do you need a great insulated tumbler for the pool or vacation this summer? Manual Crimson Sound is selling 20oz Tervis Tumblers.  These tumblers come with a lifetime guarantee from Tervis(replaced for free if ever damaged).  They keep hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold.  They also come with a travel lid which keeps them from spilling in the car.  Get yours today for $20.00.  If interested, please email Manualt...@gmail.com with contact information (email/phone) and a band representative will get back with you.  Tumblers are in stock so there's no wait----so, what are you waiting for?  Show some Manual spirit  and get one today!!!

 

 

Manual Volley Ball Team Fundraiser - Please help our Volleyball teams fundraiser at Buffalo Wild Wings!   10% will be donated from every check on Saturdays at four local BW3 locations from now until September 1.  All you have to do is present the ticket form with your check.  This also applies to gift cards purchased on Saturdays!  Please contact Pam Fasteen at pamfa...@bellsouth.net if you would like a form.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Counselors' Corner:  Mr. Robinson is the counselor in charge of scholarship announcements and would like our students and parents to be aware of the following scholarships and other educational opportunities. Additional information can be found in the Guidance Center.

BETA THETA PI FRATERNITY MEN OF PRINCIPLE SCHOLARSHIP - valued at $500 - for graduating male students that will be attending Centre College in the fall of 2012 and who demonstrate a devotion to academic achievement and a commitment to making both the university and community better places to live.

New ACT Test Summer Intensive Prep - Visit http://www.theactbootcamp.com/ to participate in the local ACT prep.   From state standards to college admissions and scholarship money, the ACT is becoming the most important standardized test.  To stay up with the ACT's ever-growing importance, Torch Prep  will be offering a DISCOUNT for the Summer Intensive Boot Camp June 4-8.  The course is 32 hours over five days.

 

 

 

YPAS News:

 

Y-PAS Productions for the month of May  - YPAS will have concerts (events) from Orchestra, Band, Jazz, Tech Olympics and Senior Performances throughout the month. Please visit www.ypas.org for all the details.

 

 

YPAS Senior Night (May 23rd in the Main Stage Auditorium at YPAS) - On this night we will recognize the collective accomplishments of the YPAS Senior Class of 2012. The program begins at 6:30 PM and will be very different from the Manual Senior Awards Night.  You will receive your YPAS Diplomas, a copy of the YPAS Class of 2012 Group Photo, along with other YPAS departmental awards.  There will be refreshments provided by the Producers and you will see a DVD Presentation entitled, "Remembering the Class of 2012." 

 

 

Fund Your Seat Campaign - The Producers, the parent organization of YPAS, are conducting a fundraiser titled, “Fund Your Seat.”  This fundraiser is designed to raise enough money to replace all of the audience seats (dated late 70’s) in the Main Stage Theatre. “Fund Your Seat” provides you the ability to sponsor a seat in the Main Stage Theatre.  In doing so, you will get an engraved nameplate attached to the seat you sponsor with your name or a brief tribute.  There are two different prices for the seats depending on the seat you choose ($175 and $225).  For an order form please visit www.ypas.producers.org.  Please take time to visit the PHOTO SESSION on the Website to see creative pictures of faculty, staff, and students promoting the “Fund Your Seat” fundraiser. Thanks for your support!   Questions - contact Cindy Martin at cindy....@jefferson.kyschool.us

 

You can also help raise money for the Producers when you shop online by going to

http://yellowbrickmall.com/producers.php

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Communications/Media Arts (CMA) News:

Get connected with Manual's student press - Parents and students can connect to the Crimson Student Press Network on Twitter (@thecspn) and Facebook (search and then "like" CSPN). 

Manualredeye.com -  is Manual's online news site. Any student may contribute writing, photography, and artwork. 

 

CMA parents can join email list -  by sending a message to Mr. Miller at james....@jefferson.kyschools.us. CMA parents can also stay connected by going to http://manualcma.com. 

 

View duPont Manual High School's Video Announcements - Our video announcements can now be seen on http://prezi.com/aer7rvzqs4wj/dupont-manual-news-notices/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

duPont Manual Athletics:

For a full schedule of all duPont Manual's athletic events, please go to http://www.jefferson.k12.ky.us/Schools/High/Manual/schedule.htm. 

 

 

duPont Manual High School Athletic Events:  May 14th - May 19th, 2012

 

MONDAY, MAY 14, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Shelby County @ Derby City Field (FR Doubleheader – 5:30 pm & 7:30 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
GIRLS LACROSSE – STATE SEMIFINALS @ Sacred Heart (Varsity – TBA)
TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012
BASEBALL @ Fern Creek (JV – 5:00 pm, V – 7:00 pm)
SOFTBALL vs. Southern @ George Sauer Athletic Complex (Varsity – 5:30 pm) – SENIOR NIGHT **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2012
NO ATHLETIC EVENTS SCHEDULED
THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Eastern @ Derby City Field (JV – 5:00 pm, FR – 7:30 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
GIRLS LACROSSE – STATE CHAMPIONSHIP @ North Oldham (Varsity – TBA)
SOFTBALL vs. South Oldham @ George Sauer Athletic Complex (Varsity – 5:30 pm, JV – 7:00 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS – KHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS @ Lexington, KY (TBA)
FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2012
BASEBALL vs. Butler @ Derby City Field (Varsity – 5:00 pm) **CRIMSON/RAM CARD EVENT**
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS – KHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS @ Lexington, KY (TBA)
SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2012
BASEBALL @ North Hardin (Varsity – 11:00 am, JV – 1:00 pm)
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS – KHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS @ Lexington, KY (TBA)
BOYS & GIRLS TRACK & FIELD – KHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS @ The University of Louisville (TBA)

 

 

Manual Athletics Twitter Account  -  Sign up to receive Manual Athletic announcements (schedules, rain outs, important events, etc.). If interested go to www.twitter.com and the account name is listed as ManualAthletics.  For additional information, contact Manual Athletics Director  david....@jefferson.kyschools.us

 

 

 

 

 

 

PTSA Information:

 

duPont Manual PTSA Website:  Visit our website to answer all your PTSA questions at  www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ .  If you have additional PTSA questions, please contact us at manua...@gmail.com

 

 

duPont Manual PTSA E- Newsletter:  We encourage all duPont Manual Students, Parents, Teachers, and Friends to sign up for our E- Newsletter so you can stay informed with the latest happenings at Manual High School.  The newsletter can be easily obtained by sending a message from your email account to manualptsa...@googlegroups.com.  Then when you receive a request for confirmation, respond to the message according to the instructions.

If you missed a newsletter, you can read it online by going to http://groups.google.com/group/ManualPTSA

 

 

duPont Manual PTSA now on FaceBook: Welcome to duPont Manual High School PTSA Facebook page.  Please invite others to join! To see more details and confirm this group invitation, follow the link:  http://www.facebook.com/p.php?i=662833443&k=4YGTZ4S6VTXEZKABVJ3VPVYSWPGC4Y&oid=114224491961406

 

 

duPont Manual PTSA Calendar:  You can view the PTSA calendar at any time by going to our web site www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/ and by clicking on "Calendar" on the left-hand side of the home page.  To view a printable version of the JCPS calendar visit http://www.jefferson.k12.ky.us/calendars/calendar.html

 

 

 duPont Manual PTSA Membership:  PTSA Memberships are available to all parents, teachers, and students.  Everyone who cares about DuPont Manual and our students are encouraged to become PTSA members, and it only costs  a few dollars to join.  Visit http://www.dupontmanual.com/ptsa/Join.php for more information or contact Jennifer Calleja at jcal...@insightbb.com

 

 

 

 

 

School Phone Numbers:

Report a Student Absent:   Call (502) 485-7910 (then press 8044#).

You may call anytime after 3:00 PM on the day before the tardy or absence and up until 2:20 PM on the day of the absence.

Please provide a written excuse for your student to turn in when they return to school.

Attendance Office:  (502) 485-8044 (for questions about early release for doctor's appointments, etc.)

Manual Main Office:           (502) 485-8241

Manual Guidance Center:  (502) 485-8503

YPAS Main Office:              (502) 485-8355

YPAS Guidance Center:     (502) 485-8534

Athletic Director:                (502) 485-8489

 

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For submissions/questions about duPont Manual PTSA e-newsletter please contact us at Manualp...@aol.com.

 

 

Sincerely,

 

Lynn Wilbar

duPont Manual PTSA
Manualp...@aol.com

 

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